D. Colwell

As a university writing instructor, it niggles me when my students say they don't read. In my latest post, I examine how we focus less when reading digital text, and why I still see writing as relevant. All comments welcome--I'm curious what you think! Read more: https://wix.to/lLTQxJI hashtag hashtag

Thoughts on when my students say they don't read I teach journalistic writing at university, and if I’m honest, I feel slightly depressed. Because writing seems increasingly old school. Of course, people still read. But just not for long. We scan headlines, posts, captions, glib advertisements and maybe, just maybe, read half a paragraph before ...

This week, my media students at the University of Groningen are learning to express their opinions, which has made me think about the often-blurred lines of facts in media. Discover some of my musings here and let me know what you think: https://wix.to/hlMouRR hashtag hashtag

Exploring blurred lines: facts in the media This week, my students at the University of Groningen are writing an opinion piece, a fun assignment that lets them voice their views openly, but with evidence, like joining a debate team. No longer restricted by stiff academic writing, they are being encouraged to share their perspective and stimul...

Today, I'll be joining entrepreneurs Sonja Wekema & Matthias Schramm at Kasteel de Wittenburg for a networking event inspired by their book: "Leading in a Wicked World." The book, an unconventional guide to effective leadership in today's rapidly changing world, can be found on Amazon: https://lnkd.in/eDJHJvRU
I helped edit the book, which gave me great insights into the mindset we need to go forward.

My latest blog, a pre-Valentine's take on love. The heart of More Love Letters has always been to give people a chance to make a difference in real life. Curious what you think, it's a cause worth supporting, especially if you're a writer.

Mail Love: writing letters to those in need February is the month of love—one of the most important yet hackneyed words in the English language. For millennia, writers, poets, and mystics have tried to capture the right words to encompass its multiple textures, yet they fail because love is so tied to action—love is a living, moving, thri...

Observation is an underrated journalistic skill. Here's my take on how taking the time to absorb details leads to richness in writing.

https://www.daracolwell.com/post/journalism-and-observation-the-art-of-lingering